Schedule of Events

GGG HeadquarterS Schedule

fINN'S FOOD & SPIRITS paTIO (214 n. maIN ST)

Friday, April 28th from 10am-7pm

Saturday, April 29th from 9am-6pm

Start your weekend off at the GGG Headquarters! Here you can pick up your Shoppers Survival Tote, T-shirts, and Party Pass Cups. Grab your guide books with the weekend's itinerary and other great coupons and info.

Bring in your receipts of $5 or more for entries for the Receipt Redemption Prize Drawings! Hourly drawings all day Friday and Saturday and 3 Grand Prize Drawings will be drawn at the Steppin' Back Concert Saturday night. The grand prizes are 2 gift baskets both totaling over $1000 and a $50 tab at Finn's to be spent that night.

Free photos with Rock the Box only at the GGG Headquarters. Saturday, April 28th from 10am-4pm. Photos will be ready to upload onto social media on the spot! Each group will receive a complementary strip of photos

Great Girlfriend Getaway Steppin' Back Concert

Saturday, April 28th at 7pm.

Party like a Girl! A fun night of live music featuring music from the 60's, 70's, & 80's! $5 cover, proceeds go to the Historic Hannibal Marketing Council and downtown beautification projects. Sponsored by Golden Eagle Distributing.

Friday, april 28th

7AM-9PM: Girlfriend Coloring Contest- FREE PRIZES!

Mark Twain Dinette

7am-9pm

Coloring pages used to be just for children. Now they're for adults too! Enjoy relaxing coloring pages of Mandalas, Flowers, Landscapes, Zentangle, and more while you dine at The Mark Twain Dinette. Enter your coloring pages into our drawing to win special prizes all weekend long! Drawings will be random so stop in for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner. Free with meal purchase.

9AM-6PM: Ice Cream Social Weekend

The Powder Room

9am-6pm

We are offering a 30 Minute Pedicure by appointments only(limited spots available) For $29.00 Get sandal ready with our ice cream social. Complementary beverage with Pedicure.

We will be giving out Ice cream cones.

9AM-12PM: Author Book Signing

Java Jive

9am-12pm

Saturday Event: Local author, Mary Lou Montgomery, will be at Java Jive with her book, The Notorious Madam Shaw, a story about Hannibal native, Dorcas Hampton, a scorned woman and her fight for her birthright. Purchase her book and have it personally signed by the author. Mary Lou Montgomery is a local historian, always willing to share her knowledge of the history of Hannibal.

10AM-7PM: Danni Nicole's Lipsense Demonstrations

Danni Nicole's

10am-7pm

Danni Nicole's carries a new line of world known lipstick, by Lipsense. We will do demonstrations on how to apply, the benefits, and savings.

12pm-4pm: Drawings for prizes

4pm-6:30pm: Welcome to Hannibal with a sample of our Artisenal Teas and a delicious chocolate.

Mississippi Marketplace

Welcome to the Mississippi Marketplace in historic downtown Hannibal with a sample of our artisanal tea and a piece of our gourmet chocolate.

4PM-6PM: Mark Twain Brewing Company Happy Hour

Mark Twain Brewing Company

4pm-6pm

1/2 off select beers

$1.00 off house wines

$1.00 off well liquors

5PM-7PM: One stroke painting demonstration by Milly.

Milly's Abby Rose Gallery

5-7PM

Milly will demonstrate how to do flowers by double load the brush. Class participation encouraged.

Cost: $5

5PM-6:30PM: Haunted Hannibal Ghost Tour

Haunted Hannibal Ghost Tours

5-6:30PM

A history-based guided driving tour all around one of the most haunted towns in America! Climb aboard our shuttle and learn the secrets of many of Hannibal’s most notoriously haunted sites — both past and present. Hear stories of murder and mischief during Mark Twain’s boyhood days in Hannibal, meet the present-day ghosts of the mansions on Millionaires’ Row, and so much more! Tour includes an “investigation” of Old Baptist Cemetery where you’ll walk amongst the graves of slaves and Civil War soldiers and search for signs of paranormal activity! www.hauntedhannibal.com

Cost: $15

5PM-6:30PM: Wine Tasting

Chocolaterie Stam

5-6:30pm

Free Wine Tasting at Chocolaterie Stam Friday evening.

6PM-9PM: Wine and Cheese Tasting

Badger Cheese Haus

6pm-9pm

Wine and Cheese Tasting

Cost: $6.00

6PM-9PM: Desserts after Dark

Java Jive

6-9pm

End your day with Dessert at Java Jive! Purchase a slice of our made from scratch cheesecake or cake and get $1.00 off of your drink purchase from 6pm-9pm. No coupon required!

6PM-9PM: Hannibal Nectar Beer Release

Mark Twain Brewing Company

6-9pm

Our Brewers Cat Golden and Dave Alley are releasing a new beer on April 28th. Hannibal Nectar is a witbier with hibiscus, blood orange peel, and coriander and will be offered at a discount with proof of GGG participation. Special food pairings menu will be available during the event. No cover charge.

7-11am: Lighthouse Challenge Hosted by Shine a Light on Autism

7AM-9PM: Girlfriend Coloring Contest- FREE PRIZES!

Mark Twain Dinette

7am-9pm

Coloring pages used to be just for children. Now they're for adults too! Enjoy relaxing coloring pages of Mandalas, Flowers, Landscapes, Zentangle, and more while you dine at The Mark Twain Dinette. Enter your coloring pages into our drawing to win special prizes all weekend long! Drawings will be random so stop in for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner. Free with meal purchase.

8AM-12PM: Wake up and Makeup

Esthetics Studio

8am-12pm

Wake up and get your glam on! Get your makeup done by a professional while sipping on a refreshing mimosa. Appointments must be scheduled in advance!

Cost: $20

9AM-6PM: Ice Cream Social Weekend

The Powder Room

9am-6pm

We are offering a 30 Minute Pedicure by appointments only(limited spots available) For $29.00 Get sandal ready with our ice cream social. Complementary beverage with Pedicure.

We will be having an ice cream social, offering adult ice cream floats. As well as an ice cream themed photo booth and much more!

We will be giving out Ice cream cones.

9AM-10:30AM: Free Breakfast Bar @ Belvedere Inn: Guests Only.

The Belvedere Inn

9am-10:30am

Mimosa's, bloody Mary's or Something in your coffee with breakfast - you name it!! Saturday & Sunday during Great Girlfriend Getaway. Bring your party pass cup to receive. Limited to guests staying at The Belvedere Inn only.

Free

9AM-4:30AM: Messin' In Mud

Ayers Pottery

9am-4:30pm

Let's get messy! Ayers Pottery is opening its classroom up to you & your gal pals so that you can experience our "Potter For A Day" sessions. You will learn a bit about throwing before you take the wheel for yourself ... but don't worry there's help to guide you through the creative process! After you throw your awesome treasure we will glaze it in the glaze colors you choose, fire it, & ship it to those of you who live far away. Please keep in mind that the pieces will need finish processing, which will take a couple of weeks.

Room for 6 ladies in each session, starting at 9am. To process your payment & reserve your spot call us at 573-221-6960!

Cost: $25

10AM-5PM: Danni Nicole's Lip Demo

Danni Nicole's

10am-5pm

Danni Nicole's carries a new line of world known lipstick, by Lipsense. We will do demonstrations on how to apply, the benefits, and savings.

10AM-4PM: Rivertown Boutique Trunk Show

Rivertown Boutique is a local online retailer of trendy clothes and accessories for women and girls. Come shop while having your coffee break at Java Jive!

10AM-6PM: Almost Homemade

Mississippi Marketplace

10am-6pm

Almost Homemade- Sample some of our favorite cheese balls and dips which are so easy to make but they taste homemade.

Free

11AM: Cooking Demonstration

Mississippi Marketplace

11am

Learn how to prepare fresh vegetables and fruits in just a few minutes using some of our favorite kitchen gadgets.

Free

1PM: Cooking Demonstration

Mississippi Marketplace

1pm

Learn how to prepare fresh vegetables and fruits in just a few minutes using some of our favorite kitchen gadgets.

Free

4PM: Cooking Demonstration

Mississippi Marketplace

4pm

Learn how to prepare fresh vegetables and fruits in just a few minutes using some of our favorite kitchen gadgets.

Free

10AM-3PM: " Almost Famous" Bloody Mary Bar

Main Street Wine Stoppe

10am-3pm

"Build Your Own" Bloody Mary

Cost: $7.00

10AM-4PM: Painting stem wine glass

Milly's Abby Rose Gallery

10am-4pm

Painting stem wine glass with sharpies or enamels.

Cost: $4 per glass

10AM-4PM: Brunch, Bloody Mary & Mimosa Bar and Shopping

La Azotea Lounge

10am-4pm

Come on down for some Brunch and our famous Bloody Mary and Mimosa Bar! On top of that we will have several pop up shops from bath and body to clothes to jewelry and much more!

10AM-6PM: Shopping- new store opening.

Nineteen24

10am-6pm

Shop our store full of home decor, accessories, clothing and bath & body!

10AM-10:30AM: Pie baking class

Ole Planters Restaurant

10am-10:30am

11AM-2PM: Chocolate Tasting- two free bon bons

Chocolaterie Stam

11am-2pm

Two free Bonbons from 11am to 2pm.

11AM-8PM: Great Girlfriends Weekend Therapy

Cave Hollow West Winery

11am-8pm

Wine specials and outdoor seating

Chocolate Fountain

Register for a case of wine to be given away Saturday 8pm

11AM-11PM: Hannibal Nectar Taproom Release

Mark Twain Brewing Company

11am-11pm

In case you couldn't join us for the first release of Hannibal Nectar. Come join us to celebrate the Hannibal Nectar being released in our taproom. $5.00 for a pint of Hannibal Nectar.

11AM-4PM: Drawings for prizes

Hickory Stick Quilt Shop

11am-4pm

Hourly drawings for prizes. Must be present to win. Information on front window.

1PM-9PM: Wine and Cheese Tasting

Badger Cheese Haus

1pm-9pm

Wine and Cheese Tasting

Cost: $6.00

1PM-2PM: ArtFull Accessories Fashion Show

Alliance Art Gallery

1pm-2pm

You will have a front row seat on our Gallery Runway as we model fashion accessories made by local artists. Get ideas for adorning yourself with handmade jewelry, scarves, shoes and handbags. Seating is limited so make your reservation early by registering and making your payment. The first 10 registrants will receive a hand painted wine glass as a gift. For more information visit our website at www.allianceartgallery.com.

Cost: $5.00

2PM-3PM: Tea time and Story hour - Mystery at the Quilt Store

Bits & Pieces

2pm-3pm

Have a cup of tea, relax and Listen to the story of the Mysterious happenings at the Quilt store. Limit 25, RSVP necessary.

Cost: $10.00

4PM-5PM: Build Your Own Terrarium

Mark Twain Boyhood Home & Museum

4pm-5pm

Spend an hour relaxing and sipping wine while you build your own terrarium under the instruction of Master Gardener and Mark Twain Museum volunteer, Lorie Fantz. The class will be held in the boardroom of the Mark Twain Museum Gallery where you will enjoy a beautiful view of the Mississippi River. All materials for your terrarium, and wine and ice tea, will be supplied. Seating is limited and reservations are required. Please call 573-221-9010, ext. 403 to reserve your spot.

$20.00

5-6PM: Earring Making Class

AVA Goldworks

5-6PM

Create your own sterling silver earrings with briolettes. $25.00 per person, registration is recommended, class size is very small. Call (573) 221-1928 to book your spot(s).

Cost: $25.00

5-6PM: Mud painting

Milly's Abby Rose Gallery

5-7pm

Milly will demonstrate the art of mud painting. Drawing for a piece of mud art.

Free

5PM-6:30PM: Haunted Hannibal Ghost Tour

Haunted Hannibal Ghost Tours

5-6:30PM

A history-based guided driving tour all around one of the most haunted towns in America! Climb aboard our shuttle and learn the secrets of many of Hannibal’s most notoriously haunted sites — both past and present. Hear stories of murder and mischief during Mark Twain’s boyhood days in Hannibal, meet the present-day ghosts of the mansions on Millionaires’ Row, and so much more! Tour includes an “investigation” of Old Baptist Cemetery where you’ll walk amongst the graves of slaves and Civil War soldiers and search for signs of paranormal activity! www.hauntedhannibal.com

Cost: $15

6-9PM: Desserts after Dark

Java Jive

6-9pm

End your day with Dessert at Java Jive! Purchase a slice of our made from scratch cheesecake or cake and get $1.00 off of your drink purchase from 6pm-9pm. No coupon required!

7pm: Great Girlfriend Getaway Steppin' Back Concert

Party like a Girl! A fun night of live music featuring music from the 60's, 70's, & 80's! $5 cover, proceeds go to the Historic Hannibal Marketing Council and downtown beautification projects. Sponsored by Golden Eagle Distributing.